LCV-61
| LCV-61 | |
|---|---|
_pic1.JPG) An LCV-61 G2 | |
| Type | 5-tonne 6x6 tactical truck |
| Place of origin | Khyragus |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Sevir Heavy Industries |
| Produced | 1961–present |
| Specifications (LCV-61 G3) | |
| Length | 6.5 m |
| Width | 2.6 m |
| Height | 2.3 m |
| Crew | 1 (driver), 2–14 passengers |
| Armor | Small arms protection up to 7.62x51mm |
Main armament | Can mount various light machineguns, typically LMTG-78 or MTG-54 |
| Engine | SHI GMDE-B408 Flat six cylinder diesel 260 hp (194 kW) |
| Payload capacity | 5 tonnes (5.5 tons) |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
Operational range | 650 km (404 mi) |
| Speed | 100 km/h (62 mph) (land) 15 km/h (9 mph) (water) |
The LCV-61 is a family of 6×6 highly mobile amphibious military truck developed for the Armed Forces of Khyragus. It was designed to transport a load of 5,000 kg (11,023 lbs) across all terrains and in all weather. Since its introduction in 1961, it has been upgraded in 1989 (G2 version) and again in 2006 (G3 version).
History
The LCV-61 was developed in the late 1950s as a replacement vehicle for the Khyragusian military's fleet of 3½ tonne LCV-38 tactical trucks. The first prototype was developed in 1958 and official entered service in 1961. In addition to various mechanical and performance upgrades, the LCV-61 was capable of amphibious operation and included a weapons mount on the roof, allowing it to operate as a Gun_truck.
In 1989, an upgrade program was started for the LCV-61, which added a turbocharged engine, small arms protection, and an upgraded suspension system. Upgraded vehicles received the designation LCV-61 G2.
In 2006, the LCV-61 was extensively redesigned and upgraded to the LCV-61 G3. The LCV-61 G3 upgrades added a modernized engine with greater fuel efficiency, a lighter weight protection system with mine blast resistant seats, and the ability to mount a remote controlled weapon station in place of the crew served roof machine gun mount. Other improvements included air conditioning, an anti-lock braking system, and a new driver instrument panel.